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HOMETOWN HEALTH: Cleveland Clinic doctor says influenza A cases are higher than expected for October
Respiratory viruses commonly begin appearing in the U.S. in October, but the season tends to peak between December and February.
HOMETOWN HEALTH: Limited healthcare access leaving rural residents without vaccination advice
Critical vaccination advice is being left on the table for some people.
WDBJ7+ Hometown Health Special: September 2026
WDBJ7+ Hometown Health Special: September 2026
‘The Cardinal Countdown: 0 Days Until Kickoff’
TRE RICHARDSON #0 Height: 5’10” Weight: 175lb Position: WR Class: Senior Hometown: Topeka, KS Summary: In nearly every single Jeff Brohm season since he began his coaching career I believe there has been a player who has been identified preseason as a guy who will “excel in the Brohm offense”, and for those keeping tabs, […]
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Comedy about the French Revolution opens this week at Showtimers Community Theatre
French Revolution-themed comedy opens at Roanoke theatre.
HOMETOWN HEALTH: It’s brain aneurysm awareness month, doctor outlines warning signs and risk factors
An estimated 6.8 million people in the United States are living with an unruptured brain aneurysm
Hometown’s Best: Vote for your favorite Southwest Virginia pet care business finalist in 2026
The search is on for Southwest Virginia’s favorite locally owned pet care business, and the finalists for this year’s Hometown’s Best have officially been announced.
Johnson unsure on ‘next chapter’ if Republicans lose majority
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) cast doubt on his future in GOP leadership for the first time Thursday, saying he is unsure “what my next chapter of life is” if Republicans lose the House majority. “If God moves on our hearts and says we should, you know, go back to my hometown of Shreveport and […]
HOMETOWN HEALTH: Study finds heart disease risk can be identified in children as young as 8
A UT Health Houston study identified proteins that can influence the risk of developing cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic diseases in adulthood.
Reggie Burrows Hodges remixes the Old Masters for an L.A. homecoming
Reggie Burrows Hodges is the subject of three concurrent L.A. exhibitions at the Getty, the California African American Museum and Art + Practice. These will mark his first-ever solo presentations in his hometown.
Popular comedian stops at Williams Grove race as track partners with his TV show
Shane Gillis visited Williams Grove Speedway, his hometown dirt track, which partnered with his Netflix series "Tires."
Bill Nye the Science Guy to speak at CU Boulder on Nov. 4
Tickets will go on sale on Oct. 6 and cost $5 for CU students, $10 for CU faculty and staff and $30 for the general public.
Alta Hometown Days Returns This Weekend With Expanded Entertainment
Alta Hometown Days returns this weekend with an expanded lineup of entertainment and activities planned throughout the Buena Vista County community. The two-day event is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, […]
HOMETOWN HEALTH: The warning signs of suicide risk in men that often go unnoticed
CDC data shows the suicide rate among men is significantly higher than it is for women.
INTERVIEW: Director and Health Officer of Eau Claire City-County Health Department stepping down
WEAU’s Bob Gallaher sat down with Giese as she reflects on her tenure helping prevent disease and injury in her hometown.
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Play about Marion’s history to be performed at Lincoln Theatre
New play tells the story of Smyth County’s past 250 years.
New $32M health center bolsters care in rural Somerset County
Hometown Health Center's new facility in Palmyra aims to expand access to health care and wellness services in rural Somerset County.
‘Dare I say TikTok is saving jazz’: Black Nile rewrites the L.A. jazz story for a new generation
Inglewood brothers Aaron and Lawrence Shaw, the jazz duo Black Nile, step into their biggest hometown spotlight yet, joining Erykah Badu and the Charles Gaines Collective at the Hollywood Bowl on Sept. 29.
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Comedian Brad Williams bringing his “Tall Tales Tour” to Roanoke
Brad Williams brings Tall Tales Tour to Roanoke this month.
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Rajasthani Caravan brings Manganiyar music tradition to Roanoke
Rajasthani Caravan brings Indian folk music to Jefferson Center
Anthony Edwards Says Atlanta Is Among Favorite Places To Play
Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards included his hometown of Atlanta after being asked to name his favorite place to play.
‘Right Choice For Me’: Sherman graduate launches business with help from BOCES experience
SHERMAN – For Colton Courtney, the opening of the Branding Iron of Sherman is the latest chapter in a career that has always been closely connected to agriculture, animals, and his hometown. The 2023 Sherman Central School graduate opened the retail meat store Aug. 1 at 121 W. Main St., bringing locally raised products to […]
New: Part Sports, Part Science, and All Hometown Pride —Experience The Buffalo Museum of Science’s Latest Exhibit
Things to Do It’s the museum’s first brand-new permanent exhibit since 2018, and they’ve pulled out all the stops.
Political science, history student connects hometown roots to DC policy work
Dawson Glogau gained hands-on experience in policy research and advocacy during a summer internship in Washington, D.C., through the Liberal Arts Semester in Washington Program.
ODNR Invites Ohioans to Celebrate Earth Science Week 2026
Article presented by Litter Quality Propane and Hometown Motors, Inc … COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Geological Survey is celebrating Earth Science Week from Sunday, October 11, through Saturday, October 17. Four special events will be offered throughout Ohio and will coincide with the annual national celebration. “We […]
HOMETOWN HEALTH: Doctors more cautious prescribing anxiety medication, studies show
Prescriptions for the anxiety drug benzodiazepine are declining in the United States.
We opened a taco stand to capitalize on Meta's AI data center buildout
Tim Allen and his family decided to open a restaurant after Meta announced plans to build an AI data center near their hometown in rural Louisiana.
HOMETOWN HEALTH: Are you protected against measles? fifth U.S. death reported
One of the largest national medical organizations in the United States has a message it wants people to hear.
HOMETOWN HEALTH: How many hours of exercise a week really lowers your risk of type 2 diabetes??
Regular exercise can lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes
HOMETOWN HEALTH: New kidney care national plan launched by HHS this week
Kidney disease is one of the nation’s most common chronic diseases.
Take a break from opinion-page politics next week
Sometimes I think I’d take tornado season over election season. And that strikes me as an apt comparison as I imagine sheltering beneath a hinged cellar door until the storm has blown over — physically in one sense, mentally in the other. As an example of the debris flying around this season, my inbox was
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Weekend lineup includes Halloween fun, Latin dance party and flea market
Over 200 vendors set for Berglund Center Saturday
CBS Austin sports anchor Darby Brown leaves Texas after 10 years
She's headed back to her hometown.
Johnson County mobile integrated healthcare program expands
Thanks to a state opioid use disorder grant, Johnson County Ambulance Service’s mobile integrated healthcare added another community paramedic, and plans to expand further with Healthy Hometowns funds
East Utica Native, Proctor Grad, Pens Book Set in Hometown
David D'Alessandro not only didn't forget about where he came from; he immortalized his hometown, in a new book.
Craig Melvin reveals reason for recent “Today” absence: ‘I don’t get to miss work a whole lot’
The anchor was in his hometown celebrating a special occasion.
WDBJ7+ Hometown Health Special: October 2026
WDBJ7+ Hometown Health Special: October 2026
Kelvin Sampson says ESPN is filming docuseries with Kingston Flemings
Flemings believed he was returning to his hometown to film, only to learn that his jersey would be retired.
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Halloween events fill the region this weekend
Busy weekend of Halloween-themed events, including ZOO Boo at Mill Mountain Zoo
Speaker Johnson Floats Leaving Politics to Start ‘Lawn Business’ If GOP Loses House
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) floated an unexpected career change if Republicans lose their House majority in next month’s midterm elections, saying he would be willing to leave politics behind and start a lawn business in his hometown of Shreveport, Louisiana.
Jeff Traylor recalls decision to leave Gilmer for Texas
A smart woman and a well-timed song convinced Traylor to leave his hometown for the college coaching world.
HOMETOWN HEALTH: Doctors warn of overlooked sports concussion risks as fall season begins
Some symptoms are harder to identify.
Hometown’s Best: Nominate your favorite local live music, entertainment, or sports venue in Southwest Virginia
What’s your favorite local live music, entertainment, or sports venue in Southwest Virginia?
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Dolly Day and other weekend events fill hometowns
DOLLY DAY EVENTS: Our hometowns celebrate 9-2-5 with disco, karaoke and more
HOMETOWN HEALTH: US lags on RSV vaccine for pregnant women as respiratory virus season begins
Pregnant women are recommended to receive the vaccine in their third trimester to help protect babies during the first six months of life.
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: 311 to close out summer with Elmwood Park Amphitheater show
11 set to play Elmwood Park Amphitheater Friday night.
VA built dozens of new veteran health centers but can’t find enough doctors and staff
When the Department of Veterans Affairs opened a new, state-of-the-art clinic with ribbon-cutting fanfare last year in his hometown of Fredericksburg, Virgina, Michael Dunlap was thrilled to have care so close.
Hometown’s Best: Vote for your favorite Southwest Virginia live music, entertainment, or sports venue finalist in 2026
The search is on for Southwest Virginia’s favorite live music, entertainment, or sports venue, and the finalists for this year’s Hometown’s Best have officially been announced.
Fighting Flooding Through Research
An ECU graduate student is applying community research to a real-world problem, serving her hometown of Grifton and eastern North Carolina.
HOMETOWN HEALTH: Many women know their breast cancer risk, but aren’t doing anything about it, study shows
Genetics and family history cannot be changed, but other risk factors can.
Speaker Johnson Floats Leaving Politics to Start ‘Lawn Business’ If GOP Loses House
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) floated an unexpected career change if Republicans lose their House majority in next month’s midterm elections, saying he would be willing to leave politics behind and start a lawn business in his hometown of Shreveport, Louisiana.
HOMETOWN HEALTH: Doctors warn indoor air can be more polluted than outdoor air
Dr.MacMurdo said everyday activities can add to poor indoor air quality.
Pleasant View rejects changes regarding data centers and adult-themed business, passes adoption of new roads and rules regarding decorative street signs
The Town of Pleasant View Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted not to approve two zoning amendments on first reading at their Sept. 14 meeting, sending proposals on data centers and adult-oriented businesses back to the drawing board for more work and consideration. Ordinance 26-08 would have restricted data centers to areas zoned C4, which
Milaca Clinic earns federal Rural Health Clinic designation
MILACA — Mille Lacs Health System’s Milaca Clinic has earned federal Rural Health Clinic (RHC) certification, a designation intended to strengthen access to primary care in rural communities.
HOMETOWN HEALTH: A-I might be giving you dangerous advice about sleep apnea
AI chatbots gave dangerous medical advice to sleep apnea patients.
HOMETOWN HEALTH: Managing high blood pressure could save half a million lives worldwide, health experts say
Researchers recommend expanding treatment for high blood pressure and expanding access to cholesterol-lowering statin medications.
Mitten on the mesa: Whitmer stumps for Haaland in Hull’s hometown
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Rio Rancho got a front-row seat to the governor’s race Sunday when Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer campaigned for Democrat Deb Haaland in Republican nominee Gregg Hull’s hometown, just over two weeks before Election Day. The two Democrats talked about cost of living before an invitation-only crowd of about 80 […]
Selma business owner makes donation to Selma University
From the West Alabama Newsroom– A Selma business owner makes a sizable donation to Selma University — to support and promote business. Selma-U President Dr. Stanford Angion was all smiles — at a check presentation on the campus Wednesday morning. “It is really wonderful when you find hometown people who is giving back to help others who are coming along...
HOMETOWN HEALTH: Can too many hot drinks cause cancer?
Drinking scalding beverages is tied to nearly triple the risk of the most common form of esophageal cancer
HOMETOWN HEALTH: Epilepsy leading to greater risk of developing dementia before 65, study shows
Researchers said the overall risk of dementia is still low, and more study is needed to understand the link.
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: David Arquette to appear at Berglund Center for Scream anniversary event
"Scream" anniversary screening and Arquette conversation set for Oct. 8
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Concert, festival and a creepy speakeasy highlight weekend hometown events
Festival returns to downtown Salem Saturday with free admission
Accounting major turned orthodontist returns to provide care in hometown
This week's Up-and-Comer is Lauren Witte, an orthodontist at Barrow Orthodontics.
HOMETOWN HEALTH: How to keep the weight off after stopping GLP-1 drug
Many people rapidly regain weight after stopping GLP-1 weight loss drugs
Appalachian storyteller to perform in downtown Waynesville
Famed Appalachian storyteller Donald Davis will return to his hometown of Waynesville for a performance at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5, at Wells Events Center.
Grammy-winning singer Victoria Monét to make hometown Sacramento tour stop
The award-winning R&B and soul singer will bring her tour to Memorial Auditorium this winter.
HOMETOWN HEALTH: Doctors study common themes in suicide deaths to guide prevention
Doctors are studying patterns among people who died by suicide in an effort to prevent future deaths.
Hinojosa: Help me put an end to Gov. Abbot’s 30-year political career
Gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa holds a campaign rally at Santa Fe Events Center in her hometown of Brownsville.
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Violent Femmes bring 45th anniversary tour to Roanoke’s Elmwood Park
Violent Femmes to play Roanoke’s Elmwood Park.
Malvern High School Homecoming 2026: Presenting Your Hometown Homecoming Queen Heaven!!
The Malvern High School 2026 Homecoming Queen Heaven Brown was escorted and introduced to the Leopard Stadium fans Friday during pregame festivities on David Alpe Field.
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Roanoke-area events this week include outdoor festival, ghost tour and ‘The Wiz’
"The Wiz," Go Fest and other live music events happening in our hometowns over the next several days
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Fall festivals, art shows and Violent Femmes concert set for the next several days
Art, music and heritage festivals fill the schedule across the region this weekend
HOMETOWN HEALTH: How expecting mothers should handle this ‘early’ flu season
Doctor says vaccination protects both mother and newborn
Atlanta Falcons partner with Good Sports to increase youth sports equity across Georgia
During this year’s Hometown Huddle, presented by American Family Insurance, Falcons players filled 180 boxes with brand-new sports equipment to assist the Georgia Recreation and Park Association.
Associate attorney grows career in hometown
This week's Up-and-Comer is Gabrielle Kauk, an associate attorney at Woods Fuller.
Hometown’s Best: Nominate your favorite local live music, entertainment, or sports venue in Southwest Virginia
What’s your favorite local live music, entertainment, or sports venue in Southwest Virginia?
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Smith Mountain Lake Center to stage Zombie Prom at Westlake Cinema
Zombie Prom takes the stage at Westlake Cinema starting this week.
Hometown’s Best: Nominate your favorite place to watch sports in 2026
What’s your favorite place to watch sports in Southwest Virginia?
HOMETOWN HEALTH: Researchers identify new clues for treating type 2 diabetes
The study's authors say this could be developed into new treatments that could help people regulate their blood sugar.
Decron Pays $114M for Miracle Mile Complex
Decron Properties grew its hometown multifamily footprint for the first time in two years, the Business Journal has learned. The Mid-Wilshire real estate
Brownsville Projects Carry $41.1 Billion in Estimated Investment
Four Cameron County projects carry a combined estimated investment of $41.1 billion, according to a county-branded graphic Dan Garcia, a Pittsburgh-based energy infrastructure attorney with Steptoe & Johnson PLLC who identifies Brownsville as his hometown, shared on social media.
Hometown’s Best: Vote for your favorite place to watch sports in Southwest Virginia
The search is on for Southwest Virginia’s favorite place to watch sports, and the finalists for this year’s Hometown’s Best have officially been announced.
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: A special high school production of “SIX: The Musical,” a concert for country fans and several festivals headline this weekend
Several live events and festivals are happening in our hometowns this weekend, including Point of Honor's Day at the Point
Political science, history student connects hometown roots to DC policy work
Dawson Glogau gained hands-on experience in policy research and advocacy during a summer internship in Washington, D.C., through the Liberal Arts Semester in Washington Program.
Steelers Given Meek Win-Loss Prediction for 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers are set to enter a new era in 2026 under first-year head coach Mike McCarthy, who, after coaching the Green Bay Packers and the Dallas Cowboys, has made his way home to Pittsburgh to lead his hometown team. In the final season of legendary quarterback Aaron Rodgers’ career, will the Steelers be […] The post Steelers Given Meek Win-Loss Prediction for 2026 appeared first on HEAVY.
Tyquan Thornton credits his hometown for his wide receiver skills
During Friday's press conference, Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyquan Thornton credited his hometown for his wide receiver skills | @EdEastonJr
HOMETOWN HEALTH: Pediatricians warn raw milk can increase risk of life threatening infections
The AAP says the risk is even greater for young children and pregnant women.
HOMETOWN HEALTH: Doctors warn of overlooked sports concussion risks as fall season begins
Some symptoms are harder to identify.
HOMETOWN HEALTH: “Women have carried this alone for generations” Senate holds first-ever hearing on menopause care gap
More than 1 million U.S. women go through menopause every year, according to the hearing.
HOMETOWN HEALTH: What is pneumonic plague? UVA health expert discusses concerns after Siberia lab death
The death has raised questions about what happened and how, and whether the disease poses a risk to the United States.
HOMETOWN HEALTH: ADHD in women often overlooked, experts say
ADHD affects executive functions such as focus, self-control and emotional management.
Hometown’s Best: Nominate your favorite Southwest Virginia pet care business in 2026
What’s your favorite place to take your pet in Southwest Virginia?
Nicole Bluefort, 2026 Outstanding Women in Business Recipient
Nicole Bluefort started her law practice in her hometown of Lynn, Mass., 15 years ago and later expanded to Boston. In July 2024, she opened an office on Elm Street in Manchester, sensing there was a niche for a practice that could better serve people of color in New Hampshire.
HOMETOWN HEALTH: Doctor explains lung nodules and who should get screened, after Pope Leo XIV’s cancer diagnosis
about 1.6 million patients in the U.S. are diagnosed with pulmonary nodules every year.
Prairie Meadows HR vice president is voice for employees
Gina Vitiritto has spent her professional career as a confidante and advocate for the people of Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino. What started as a seasonal waitressing job in her hometown of Altoona became a 32-year career in human resources. She worked in the clubhouse beginning in 1989 and joined the HR team in 1994. …
HOMETOWN HEALTH: New menopause care guidelines aim to improve treatment options
Doctors say awareness of menopause is spreading, but so is misinformation.
Happiness Through Color': Local tie-dye business celebrates 24 years of bold color and community
POCATELLO — For Bobby and Jolene Wellard, Hometown Tie Dye started with a clearance-rack impulse buy and a pile of old, stained clothes.
How to prepare for your first solo trip, from a frequent solo traveler
Traveling solo can help you recharge. As an experienced solo traveler, I think first-timers should practice by exploring their hometowns.